
The principles of double taxation
International double taxation is one of the main obstacles to cross-border trade and investment and to the free movement of people, goods, services and capital within the European Union.

International double taxation is one of the main obstacles to cross-border trade and investment and to the free movement of people, goods, services and capital within the European Union.

Self-employed entrepreneurs, must proceed by the end of the month to their tax return related to the month of April, May and June of this year.

The Minister of Economy revealed earlier this week that the government will propose a change in the calculation of the IRC payment to adapt to the circumstances of the pandemic.

Some industries are still facing significant difficulties, and the Portuguese government has just introduced a new social assistance program for the self-employed in Portugal, which is expected to be voted on this Thursday during the… Read More "New social aid for the self-employed in Portugal

In these very difficult times, for employees and entrepreneurs. The Portuguese government has put in place several measures to help everyone. Through this article, we will explain how to... Read More "HOW TO APPLY FOR AN IHRU LOAN

Portugal, like the rest of Europe and the world, is facing an unprecedented health crisis; the current government has implemented several reforms—including the deferral of social security contributions—in order to help… Read More "DEFERRAL OF SOCIAL SECURITY CONTRIBUTIONS DUE TO THE HEALTH CRISIS

Taxation of property income in case of expatriation The property income is determined by the difference between the gross income received during the tax year and the total expenses of the property supported during the year... Read More "TAXATION OF PROPERTY INCOME IN CASE OF EXPATRIATION

We are going through a period that will take a toll on all businesses in Portugal, as well as in the rest of Europe. Every government is deploying its resources to keep its businesses afloat, with the goal of… Read More "ECONOMIC MEASURES PUT IN PLACE BY THE GOVERNMENT IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19

You’ve just registered your business. Now it’s time to bill for your hours of work. Issuing “reçus verts” is relatively easy, even if you don’t speak Portuguese very well… Read More "FREELANCE IN PORTUGAL, HOW TO ISSUE YOUR INVOICES

The first thing you should do when you establish your primary residence—and thus your tax residence—in Portugal is to register with the Portuguese health care system. If you are employed… Read More "OBTAIN A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER IN PORTUGAL

We’ve been telling you about this since December, and it was at the end of January 2020 that things finally came to fruition. The Socialist government introduced a bill for the 2020 budget, which… Read More "THE REFORM OF THE NON-HABITUAL RESIDENT STATUS IS NOT A BAD THING

A few days ago, we told you that the Portuguese government was thinking about a reform of the status of non-habitual resident. This rumor has been confirmed yesterday.

Climate, cost of living, public health system... Based on multiple criteria, the US News website has established which is the best country in the world for you dear retirees.

At the time of writing, the foreign press is announcing the end of the RNH status for retirees, when is it really

The year 2020 is off to a strong start for the Portuguese government; in fact, the tax authority has reluctantly decided to reform the method for calculating the IUC for vehicles imported by Portuguese citizens or by… Read More "PORTUGAL WILL REIMBURSE IUC OF IMPORTED CARS

The RNH, which allows foreign retirees to receive a full exemption from income tax on their private-sector retirement income, has drawn some criticism in recent years from… Read More "GOVERNMENT ADMITS IT WANTS TO TAX FOREIGN PENSIONERS

Portugal set a target on Tuesday of achieving a budget surplus in 2020 for the first time in 45 years of democracy, thanks to solid economic growth.

The tax reform for non-resident French citizens that was due to take effect in January 2020 has been postponed until January 1, 2021.

The new government of Antonio Costa, has as its main objective to increase the minimum wage by 25% over 4 years.

Regressar program, the government changes the rules The government has just modified the Regressar program to broaden the universe of this public policy instrument. The aim is to facilitate access for Portuguese nationals wishing to return home.... Read More "REGRESSAR PROGRAM THE GOVERNMENT RELAXES THE RULES

We told you about this several months ago. The public portal info-retraite.fr is launching “My Retirement Abroad.” This online service allows you to receive and return your certificate of existence… Read More "PENSIONERS IN PORTUGAL FRANCE LAUNCHES A NEW SERVICE

The French government has just published the latest Finance Act, which abolishes the withholding tax for non-resident French citizens.

Your parents or other family members have moved to Portugal to retire, with the aim of taking advantage of the country’s tax benefits. What about the applicable rights after the death of one of them… Read More "INHERITANCE IN PORTUGAL AND SUCCESSION

Labor Code in Portugal, what changes on October 1, 2019 The reform of part of the labor code in Portugal will have a direct impact on the labor market. Both for the... Read More "LABOR CODE WHAT'S CHANGING IN OCTOBER

September means going back to work, and October will be all about legislation. A new wave of laws is set to take effect, and it will have a real impact on citizens and… Read More "NEW HOUSING LAW IN PORTUGAL 2020

The list of «high value-added» professions that qualify for RNH status in Portugal has changed. Professions such as psychologists, architects, designers, and archaeologists are no longer included… Read More "NHSR: LIST OF ACTIVITIES CHANGES

To ensure the permanence of the matrimonial property regime, it is advisable for expatriate spouses to draw up a contract prior to the marriage, in order to precisely determine the applicable law and matrimonial property regime.

For several months now, we have been receiving numerous questions via email regarding non-habitual resident status, particularly with regard to double taxation. We have decided to compile a FAQ containing all 21 questions… Read More "FAQ ON NON-HABITUAL RESIDENT STATUS

Do you live abroad? Do you own some property? Or maybe you have children? Brush up on your knowledge of estate planning.

Portugal is continuing its efforts to encourage immigrants to return home. The government has just announced its intention to offer 6,500 euros to emigrants who decide to come work in Portugal.

Portugal introduced the “non-habitual resident” status in 2009. This status allows you to exempt your retirement pension from taxation for a period of 10 years, provided you establish your residence… Read More "WHAT TAXATION FOR YOUR RETIREMENT ONCE EXPATRIATED

The Conseil d'Etat has just confirmed once again the exemption of non-residents from social security contributions, thus putting an end to a tax and social security dispute.

Mistakes to avoid as an auto-entrepreneur in Portugal

Spending your retirement in Portugal has been very popular in recent years. Some 1.3 million French people are said to be involved. The main idea is generally to return to one's country of origin.

Since television reports on the benefits of the RNH have aired in several countries, foreign real estate investment in Portugal has continued to rise. But investing in Portugal also raises questions about gifting… Read More "SUCCESSION IN PORTUGAL

The IFI, now focused on real estate assets only, has replaced the traditional ISF. This evolution has consequences for expatriates, as well as for impatriates recently returned to France.

SIGI BOOSTS PORTUGUESE REAL ESTATE Portugal pursues its strategy of attracting foreign investors. The government has just launched a new system of real estate investment companies. SIGIs are of particular interest to... Read More "SIGI BOOSTS REAL ESTATE IN PORTUGAL

What is the taxation of real estate capital gains in Portugal? In this article we will explain how the capital gains tax is calculated for a tax resident and a non-resident

Retired expat health coverage rules change July 1, 2019

You are about to sign a permanent contract in Portugal and you have questions about your pension contributions in Portugal.

Portugal has been the preferred destination for entrepreneurs and retirees for the past 7 years.

Retirees living abroad and receiving a French pension must complete an annual certificate of existence.

Am I taxable in France if I live in Portugal? More and more people are asking the following question. Is my pension taxable in France, if my tax residence is in Portugal? Read More "AM I TAXABLE IN FRANCE WHILE LIVING IN PORTUGAL

The 2019 list of the best countries in which to retire, compiled by Retirement Without Borders.

We thought it would be a good idea to do a little comparison between Portugal and Italy.

French citizens abroad are not eligible for the progressive exemption from the housing tax.

Increase in minimum tax rate and inclusion of alimony

Since January 1, several price increases have come into effect

The National Assembly adopted on Friday, December 14, an amendment that aims to limit the impact of the income tax increase for French citizens living outside France.